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Research Decision Drivers for Surplus Use and Discretionary Increases

THE PENSIONS REGULATOR

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29 Jun 2026 at 14:55

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Summary of the contracting process

The Pensions Regulator, based in Brighton, has completed a selective procurement process titled "Research Decision Drivers for Surplus Use and Discretionary Increases," classified under research consultancy services. The contracting occurred through a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system, specifically targeting the services category, with a focus on the South East region of the United Kingdom. The contract was awarded to OMB Research on 30th April 2026, with the official award published on 29th June 2026. The procurement process has reached the award stage. This contract, valued at £51,588 with a potential reach up to £63,000, spans one year from 8th May 2026 to 7th May 2027.

This procurement represents a lucrative opportunity for businesses involved in research consultancy services, especially small and medium enterprises (SMEs) capable of delivering expert insights into surplus use and discretionary increases. Participating in such a project can enhance a company's portfolio in public sector engagements and may open further avenues in government-related assignments. Firms that possess a strong background in consultancy and research within regulatory or pension-related domains would find themselves well-positioned to successfully compete in similar tenders, leading to business growth and expanded service offerings.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Research Decision Drivers for Surplus Use and Discretionary Increases

Notice Description

Research

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fef1208f-a4df-41aa-b5bf-a42eb412ee1a
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73210000 - Research consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£63,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£51,588 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
31 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Apr 20262 months ago
Contract Period
7 May 2026 - 7 May 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE PENSIONS REGULATOR
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRIGHTON
Postcode
BN1 6AF
Post Town
Brighton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ21 Brighton and Hove
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Brighton and Hove
Electoral Ward
Preston Park
Westminster Constituency
Brighton Pavilion

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

OMB RESEARCH

Further Information

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